Code Blue Emergency Call Stations in Place

Each of the 12 highly visible Code Blue Emergency Call Stations are red with a blue light on top that is lit 24/7, and provide direct and immediate communication to Security Central on a dedicated phone line.… Read more.

Use Direct Deposit for Faster Mileage Reimbursement

Please be advised the mileage rates for reimbursement have decreased from 54 cents to 53.5 cents per mile starting January 1, 2017. The employee reimbursement form found on the Cooper intranet homepage under Frequently Used Links has been updated to reflect this change.… Read more.

Grand Rounds: Ketamine in Psychiatry

Ketamine is a short-acting anesthetic agent that was first reported more than 50 years ago. The use of this drug has evolved and sub-anesthetic doses of ketamine are now routinely used in the treatment of neuropathic pain and as an opioid-sparing approach to pain control.… Read more.

Seminar: Baby Friendly Simulation

This free seminar is designed to provide staff in the maternal-child health setting with hands-on experience regarding topics that support exclusive breastfeeding. An overview of the Baby Friendly Initiative will be provided as well as our status in moving forward toward this designation.… Read more.

Improve the Health of Your Community – Become a Peer Leader

Would you like to help others better manage their health? If so, Cooper University Health Care has a great opportunity for you!

Cooper is hosting a Peer Leader Training Program. During the training, you will learn how to teach strategies and techniques proven to help motivate and empower participants with chronic conditions, such as PTSD, diabetes, pain, arthritis, and more.… Read more.

Lose Weight With Core4 Weight Management Program

Core4 was developed and is taught by registered dietitian/nutrition experts who can inspire you to make the changes that you need to get to your ideal weight. Effective weight management isn’t just about losing pounds. It’s about gaining a healthier, more rewarding lifestyle.… Read more.

Suffering From a Chronic Condition? Cooper Collaborative Care Can Help

Cooper Collaborative Care (CCC) will have a table outside of the hospital cafeteria on January 16, 18, 23, and 25, 2017, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. CCC is a primary care practice designed for patients with multiple chronic-complex medical conditions that provides individual health care plans, goal setting, and increased access to the care team.… Read more.

2017 Tax Rates Announced

The 2017 tax rates have been announced. These are the rates for many of the Federal and State deductions in your paycheck. The 2017 tax rates are as follows:

  • The Social Security Tax rate for employees is 6.2 percent through the end of 2017, with maximum taxable earnings of $127,2 (Source: Social Security Administration website.)
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